Homemade Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Satisfying and customizable granola bars made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for snacking any time of day.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats Provides a chewy texture
- 3/4 cup natural peanut butter Adds moisture and nutty flavor
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup Sweetens and binds ingredients
- 2 whole eggs Helps as a binder
- pinch salt Enhances flavor
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Optional, for sweetness
- walnuts, pecans, almonds, chia, sunflower, or pumpkin seeds Optional, for crunch
- dried fruit Optional, adds chewiness and sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to a moderate temperature and prepare your baking dish by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, natural peanut butter, and honey or maple syrup, mixing until well incorporated.
- Add the whole eggs and mix until everything is combined evenly.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips and any optional ingredients like nuts or dried fruit.
- Pour the granola mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly and pressing it down firmly.
Baking
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the bars are set and lightly golden on the edges.
- After baking, remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, cut the granola bars into squares or rectangles.
Notes
For best results, press the mixture firmly into the baking dish and allow it to cool completely before cutting. Store in an airtight container to retain freshness.